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The Party
One of the city’s most hotly anticipated parties of the year, the Corcoran Ball welcomed more than 1,000 guests with a lavish springtime theme that included 12,000 fresh flowers, stunning centerpieces and performance artists whose dazzling costumes reflected the floral theme. The ball—staged every year by the venerable Corcoran Women’s Committee—was a feast for the senses with guests encouraged to stroll through the galleries, taste opulent appetizers from Occasions Caterers and interact with performance artists from Animals & Fire.

The People
The black-tie fundraiser attracted a number of philanthropists—including former Clinton White House Social Secretary Ann Stock, as well as the night’s honoree, former U.S. Chief of Protocol Capricia Penavic Marshall—who were treated to music by DJ Neville C and craft cocktails from Iron Gate’s Jeff Faile.

Best in Show
The evening’s over-thetop vibe got guests in the mood to party. But for many, the ball was just the opening act. At 1am, guests retired to hot spot Kabin for the official afterparty. -Photos by Gabriel Mellan